Question 1

How long does the whole purchase usually take?

Accepted Answer

Once the property is chosen and the purchase price is available, the whole process can usually be completed within a few weeks — normally in no more than 1 to 1.5 months. The exact timing depends on the terms of the contract and on the handover date.

Question 2

May a German or other EU citizen buy property in Hungary?

Accepted Answer

Yes. As a rule, EU citizens may buy residential property in Hungary on the same terms as Hungarian nationals.

Question 3

What additional costs should I expect beyond the purchase price?

Accepted Answer

Typically: property transfer tax, lawyer's fees, land registry and administrative charges, translation or interpreting, and the HomeAssist service fee.

Question 4

What is the lawyer's role in the purchase?

Accepted Answer

The lawyer checks the legal situation, draws up the sale contract, countersigns it and handles the required land registry procedure.

Question 5

What language is the sale contract drawn up in?

Accepted Answer

For German-speaking clients the sale contract is drawn up in both Hungarian and German, so you know exactly what you are signing.

Question 6

What happens after the purchase and the handover?

Accepted Answer

We help with the handover, with recording the meter readings and with arranging utilities and any further administration.

Question 7

Can I pay in euro?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you agree that with the seller. The payment currency and the exchange rate applied must be set out clearly in the sale contract.

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